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H. G. Lipscomb & Company

About Us

At H. G. Lipscomb & Company, we’ve proudly served as Nashville, TN's industrial wholesaler since 1892. With over 125 years of history, we're one of the city’s oldest businesses, offering an extensive range of tools, supplies, and hardware. Our aim is to be the go-to source for professionals in building, plumbing, electrical, construction, safety, landscaping, and industrial fields. We're eager to continue providing an exceptional shopping experience to the communities of Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, and beyond. Visit us today for all your tool and hardware needs!

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Founded in 1892, H.G. Lipscomb & Co. proudly stands as one of the oldest continuously operating businesses in Nashville, with over a century of trusted service in the hardware industry. Our legacy is built on a deep commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Specializing in a comprehensive range of wholesale hardware and construction supplies, we serve contractors, builders, and retailers with everything from power tools and fasteners to plumbing, electrical, and masonry tools. With generations of experience and a reputation rooted in tradition, H.G. Lipscomb & Co. continues to be a cornerstone of Nashville’s commercial landscape—where history meets hard work.

Our Services include:

At H.G. Lipscomb & Co. Wholesale Hardware, we are your trusted source for a vast selection of high-quality tools, hardware, and construction supplies. Serving contractors, builders, and retailers, we offer everything from power tools and hand tools to specialized construction and landscape tools. Our inventory includes a full range of nails, screws, bolts, fasteners, and wire products, as well as chain, cable, and rope for heavy-duty applications. We also supply cargo and towing equipment, polyethylene sheeting, paint and sundries, tape and adhesives, and ladders for every job site need. In addition, we carry essential plumbing supplies, pipes, fittings, and electrical cords and components. Whether you're laying concrete or brick, our concrete and masonry tools ensure precision and durability. At H.G. Lipscomb & Co., we’re committed to delivering the tools and materials professionals rely on to get the job done right.

Our Brands include:

AAF Flanders
Acme Trailer
Advance Cable Ties
Aero Kroil
Allen
Allied Farm Innovators
Allway Tool
American Power Pull
Ames Tools
Amflo
Ancra Cargo
Apex Tools
Armor All
Armstrong Tools
Arrow Fasteners
Arrowhead Brass and Plumbing
Artu USA
Autoguard - Warren Oil
B&K Products
Bellingham Gloves
Bengal Products
Big Stretch - Sashco
Black Swan Manufacturing Co.
Boker Knives
Bondo
Bonide
Mighty Boss Cleaners
Boss Pet
Bow Industrial
Brahma Gloves
Bruske Products
Builder's Best
Bullseye - Zinsser
C.H. Hanson
Camco
Campbell Chain
Cantex
Capewell Horseshoes
Case Knife
Cash Acme Fittings
Castrol
Century Drill & Tool
Century Spring
Champion Auto Parts
Channel Lock
Chapin
Chevron North America
Chromalox
CLC - Custom Leathercraft
Coast Cutlery & LED
Coastal - Warren Oil
Cobra Products
Coleman
Comfort Zone
Cooper Bussman
Cordage Source
Corona Tools
Country Vet
Crescent
Crick Tool
Cutter
Dalen Scarecrow
Dap Inc.
Dare Products
Dawn Dish Soap
Delta Plus Safety
Desert Extrusion
Dixie Industries
Dixon Ticonderoga
Diamond Machine Technology
Drain King
Duracell
Durham's Water Putty
Eagle Manufacturing Co
Earthway
Eaton Electrical
Eco-Flo Products
Efco Power
Eklind Tool Co.
Elmer's
Emsco
Encore Plastics
Enforcer Products
ERB Safety
Estwing
Ettore Products
Everflow Pump
EZ Reacher
Farm Innovators
Fixall
Flexon
Fluidmaster
Frost King
Fulton Corporation
GAM
Gardner Bender
Gardner
Gator Grip Tape
Gearwrench
Genova
Gerber Gear
Gilmour
Goof Off
Gorilla Glue
Gray Metal South
Great Neck
Grey Pneumatic
Grip Tight Tools
Grip-Rite
Guard Padlock
Gunk Cleaners
H.K. Porter, Inc.
Handy Twine
Hanson - Irwin Tools
Happy Jack
Harvey - Oatey
Havoline
H.B. Smith Tools
Henssgen Hardware
Hexcraft
Hillman
Hindley
Honeywell
Hot Shot - Insect Control
Howard Berger
Hy-Ko
Igloo Coolers
Ilco Key
Imperial Knives
Incom, Inc.
Intertape Polymer Group (IPG)
Intruder, Inc
Irwin Tools
Itasca Outdoors
Ives Door Hardware
J.B. Weld
J.S. Products
JAZ USA Surface
Jiffy Cover - Warp's
Jobsite Products, Inc.
Jomax
Jones Stephens
KDAR Pro Tie
Keson Industries
Kidde Safety
Klean Strip
Knape & Vogt
Korky Flapper
Kotap Tarps
Kraft Tool
Kut Guard
Kwikset
Starrett Tools
Laclede Chain
Lansky Sharpeners
LDR Industries
Lenox Saw Blades
Leviton
Lexel - Sashco
Linzer Products
Liquid Wrench
Lubrimatic
Lufkin - Crescent Tools
Lutz Tools
MK Diamond
Madison Mill
Magic Sliders
Magnolia Brush
Mag-Torch
Makita
Manna Pro
Marshalltown
Marvel Mystery Oil
Master Lock
Master Magnectics
Matco Norca
Maxiflex
MaxPower, Inc.
Mayhew Steel Products
Mazel & Co.
Melnor, Inc.
Mercer Tool Corp
Midwest Can
Midwest Fastener
Mighty Boss
Millside Industries
Minwax
Miracle-Gro
MJJ Brands
Mor-Flexx - Sashco
Mother's Car Wash
Mr. Heater
Nabco
National Hardware
NEBO Tools
Nicholson Files
Norma Group (Breeze)
Norton Saint Gobain Abrasives
Oatey
Old Hickory Knife
Old Timer Knives
Omega Industries
Owens Corning
PB Blaster
Perk Products
Permatex
PGP Brand Masonry Nails
Phifer Screen
Philips Lighting
Plews - Lubrimatic
Prime Guard - Highline Warren
Prime Source
Pro Seal Products
Quikrete
Raco Metal
Radians
Ramik
Razorback - Ames Tools
Repel (Insect Repellent)
RIDGID Tools
Rockite Cement
Roebic Laboratories, Inc.
Rubbermaid
Rust-Oleum
RUTLAND Products
Samson Rope
Sands Levels & Tool Co.
Sashco
SATCO Bulbs
Savogran
Schrade Knives
Scotch-Brite
Scott Brand Shop Towels
Sea Foam Motor Treatment
Seymour Midwest Tools
Sheffield Knives
Shell Rotella
Shop-Vac
Simmons Manufacturing Co.
Simple Green
Sister's Gourmet
Slime Products
Soudal USA
Southern Wire
Spectracide
Sprayway Cleaners
Springfield Instruments
STA-BIL
STANLEY Tools
Stringliner Mason Line
The StudBuddy
Superior Tool
Swan Hose
Swanson Tool Company
Sweeney's Mole Products
Sylvania
TERRO Ant Killer
Through the Roof!
Tigre USA
Titebond
Touch & Tone Spray Paints
True Temper Tools
Tru-Flate
Trufuel
Tub O' Towels
TufBak Sandpaper
Tuff Stuff Products
Ultra Hardware
Uncle Henry Knives
UnionTools
Valley Industries
Vaughan Tools
Victor Pest
Vise-Grip
Warp Bros
Warp's Plastic
Waterlox
WD-40
Weller Tools
Werner Ladder
West Chester Protective Gear
Western Wire
Wilmar Performance Tool
Wiss - Crescent
Woodlife
Wooster Brush Company
Wrap-On Company
WypAll
Yukon Windhsield Washer Fluid
Zinsser Primers

Our Products include:

Hardware
Power Tools & Accessories
Hand Tools
Construction Tools & Supplies
Landscape Tools
Nails, Screws, Bolts, Fasteners
Wire Products
Chain, Cable, Rope
Cargo & Towing Supplies
Polyethylene Sheeting
Paint & Sundries
Tape & Adhesive
Ladders
Plumbing Supplies, Pipe, & Fittings
Electrical Supplies & Cords
Fastener Supplies
Concrete Tools
Brick Laying Tools

Testimonials

On 5/18/2026 Wade Wade had this to say:
I love this hardware store, a cavernous warehouse far more utilitarian than glamorous. But who needs chic when you offer a thorough selection at competitive prices? I just needed a single roll of packing tape near my workplace and found this store online, a place I’d driven past hundreds of times. The employees were extremely helpful. But the amount of hardware goods throughout the warehouse is simply stunning. It’s like a smaller version of Lowe’s or Home Depot without all the glitz, tucked into an industrial area in the heart of South Nashville. By the way, this is a locally owned store named after Horace Greely Lipscomb, a resident of Brentwood who moved here in 1869. Eventually a wealthy banker, he founded this hardware company in 1893! If his surname sounds familiar to locals, yes, his brother was the very David Lipscomb who founded the university that carries his name.

On 5/18/2026 William W. had this to say:
I love this hardware store, a cavernous warehouse far more utilitarian than glamorous. But who needs chic when you offer a thorough selection at competitive prices? I just needed a single roll of packing tape near my workplace and found this store online, a place I'd driven past hundreds of times. The employees were extremely helpful. But the amount of hardware goods throughout the warehouse is simply stunning. It's like a smaller version of Lowe's or Home Depot without all the glitz, tucked into an industrial area in the heart of South Nashville. By the way, this is a locally owned store named after Horace Greely Lipscomb, a resident of Brentwood who moved here in 1869. Eventually a wealthy banker, he founded this hardware company in 1893! If his surname sounds familiar to locals, yes, his brother was the very David Lipscomb who founded the university that carries his name.

On 1/30/2026 Adam Goodrich had this to say:
OMG I love this place. Ole family owned had everything I needed after ice storm. This is my new go to first hardware store. They have everything new and old school too. Excellent customer service. 5 STAR 🌟

On 8/16/2024 Mark Brady had this to say:
Love this place. Always has what I need. Service is friendly and knowledgeable. Hard to find items they have it or can tell you where to get it. If your expecting Lowe's go to Lowe's. They've been in business a long time. Great place!!!

On 5/29/2024 Luis Tovar had this to say:
All I can say is that they have everything u could ever need and they help u find what u need they got good A-1 Customer service Testimonial written by Luis Tovar on this site.

Contact Us

H. G. Lipscomb & Company
1012 Foster Ave Nashville, TN 37210
Phone: (615) 255-7401

We are located in the L- shaped building.

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

American Express, Personal Checks, Debit Cards, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Our Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

FAQ

Do you offer an online catalog for your products?

Currently, we do not have an online catalog. Please call our store number for assistance with specific items.

Which entrance should I visit for public services?

For public services, please visit 1012 Foster Ave, which houses our sales counter and loading dock.
621 Murfreesboro Rd is our office entrance, which is not for public use.

How many brands do you carry?

We carry hundreds of brands to provide a wide selection of products for your convenience.

Who do you serve with your wholesale hardware and construction supplies?

We specialize in serving contractors, builders, and retailers with a comprehensive range of products, from power tools and fasteners to plumbing, electrical, and masonry tools.

What are your business hours?

We are open Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Please note that holiday hours may vary, so we recommend calling ahead for details.